When coaching clients on career pivots, one of the most powerful tools they have is their past experiences. Even if their previous roles or industries seem unrelated to their new direction, those experiences are a goldmine of transferable skills, lessons, and insights. Here’s how they can harness their past for success: 1. Identify Transferable Skills Make a list of skills from past jobs and map them to the requirements of the new career path. 2. Leverage Past Achievements Create a "success story bank" with examples of achievements that align with the new career’s goals. 3. Reframe Their Narrative Practice telling their career pivot story in a way that highlights continuity and purpose.

When coaching clients on a career pivot, I help them tap into their past experiences. First, we identify transferable skills like leadership, problem-solving, and communication. Then, we craft a story that connects their growth and shows how past roles prepared them for this new chapter. I also emphasize how their unique perspective from a different industry can be an asset. A growth mindset is key—learning and adapting are strengths. Finally, I encourage networking with others who've pivoted, offering support and new opportunities. It’s about using what they’ve learned to fuel the next step.

Career pivots can be challenging and rewarding as you will explore new possibilities which you would not have tried otherwise. 3 ideas to get started - 1. Use data to showcase skills applied in past projects that aligns with the new role. 2. Identify the real “why” for making a pivot and things you have started learning for the new career path. 3. Take up a volunteer role or work with a mentor in the interim to learn the skills and expertise required for the new role. Career pivot is a journey and applying new strategies can help you transition more effectively.

Past experiences are not a waste. Helping clients to reflect deeply on what worked and what they would rather not carry on into the next phase of their careers is always helpful

Le 1er job dans l'accompagnement en milieu de carrière est d'aider la personne à redonner du sens à sa carrière à travers un travail d'introspection personnelle : qu'est-ce que j'ai envie d'accomplir sur ma seconde partie de carrière? Quelle est ma zone de génie? Quelles sont les compétences acquises sur lesquelles je peux m'appuyer? Dans quel domaine j'ai envie de travailler? Avec qui? Ce sont les 1ères questions à se poser avant d'établir un plan d'action précis.